Ep 4. Oasis vs. Chip-N-Wich

Oasis and Chip-N-Wich face-off in Food Court Wars season 1 episode 4 to see who can create the most enticing food court concept and win their own restaurant space. Each team is given a $7,500 budget to transform their designated spot in the mall and create a menu that will please the judges and draw in customers.

Oasis team, composed of husband and wife Khaled and Dima, are cooking up Middle Eastern flavors including falafel, hummus, and shawarma. They are banking on the fact that the mall doesn’t offer any Middle Eastern cuisine and are confident they can win over the judges and shoppers with their unique flavors.

On the other side, Chip-N-Wich is a father-daughter duo offering up their take on classic sandwiches and adding a unique twist with their homemade potato chips. They are hoping to capitalize on the comfort food trend and pull in customers with their snackable side dish.

Both teams face challenges as they begin the competition. For Oasis, their inexperience in working with mall spaces and time constraints are creating obstacles. Chip-N-Wich is struggling with their budget and are unsure if they can pull off the uniqueness of their concept. But each team is determined to succeed and secure their very own restaurant.

As the competition heats up, Oasis presents their unique take on Middle Eastern dishes, offering up a falafel burger, spicy beef shawarma, and a mezze platter with hummus, baba ganoush, and pita. The judges are impressed with their flavors and presentation, but some have concerns about the long wait times for the food to be prepared.

Meanwhile, Chip-N-Wich showcases their potato chip crunch on their sandwich creations, such as the “B.L.T.C” with bacon, lettuce, tomato, and chipotle mayo. They also offer unique options like the “Fool’s Gold” sandwich, featuring peanut butter, apple slices, and crispy bacon. The judges appreciate their attention to detail and creativity, but wonder if their menu may be too ambitious for a mall setting.

As the competition comes to a close, the teams anxiously await the judges’ decision. It is a close call, with each team receiving praise for their unique concepts and delicious food. However, only one team can secure the coveted food court space.

In the end, the judges declare a winner and award the restaurant space to the team who created an experience that was both exciting and accessible to mall-goers. The triumphant team celebrates their victory, while the losing team reflects on their experience and strategizes for future endeavors.

Food Court Wars season 1 episode 4 showcases the creativity and determination of two teams as they compete to win their own restaurant space. The episode highlights the importance of unique concepts and attention to detail, as well as the challenges of creating a successful food court experience in a limited time frame and budget.